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Bolojan puts pressure on Parliament. Calls for 9 laws to access 10 billion euros from PNRR

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan is asking parliamentarians to adopt nine laws so that Romania can receive 10 billion euros from PNRR. Beyond the disputes, it is a test of responsibility for the Romanian political class, Bolojan said.

PSD and AUR announce they will jointly initiate a motion of censure

PSD and AUR announced that they will jointly initiate a motion of censure against the Bolojan Government. The announcement was made on Monday by the leaders of the two political parties.

CFR Călători announces changes in the circulation of international trains Bucharest – Budapest

The circulation of international trains IR 72 and IR 73, Bucharest - Budapest, will undergo changes on May 14, 2026, as a result of works on the railway infrastructure between the Recaș and Remetea Mare stations.

ANAF: 43.5 million lei bonuses for taxpayers who paid their obligations in advance

The National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) has granted bonuses totaling 43.5 million lei for 78,322 taxpayers who paid their income tax and social contributions in advance, within the deadline set for April 15.

Bolojan: The system cannot be changed quickly, nor can sinecures be eliminated overnight

Romania’s prime minister says that state reform cannot be achieved “overnight,” and that eliminating sinecures is not just a matter of replacing certain individuals, but of rules and decisions at the systemic level.

“A historic, unprecedented amount.” Alexandru Rogobete: 30 billion lei invested in healthcare

Outgoing Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete presented an overview of the investments made in recent years. The total amount exceeds 30 billion lei, coming from the state budget, European funds, and international financing.

PSD ministers were „under pressure from outside the government,” says Prime Minister Bolojan

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said Friday that PSD ministers were hampered by political pressure from outside the government, which sometimes prevented them from adhering to jointly made decisions, even though relations within the executive branch were “civilized.”

New rules for hiring foreign workers: no fees for workers and stricter controls

The government adopted an emergency ordinance on Thursday regarding foreigners’ access to the labor market, which “facilitates Romanian entrepreneurs’ access to the workforce from third countries, simplifies procedures, and reduces approval times,” said spokesperson Ioana Dogioiu.

Finance Minister: Budget deficit fell to 1% of GDP in the first three months of 2026

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare announced Thursday that the budget deficit in the first months of 2026 fell to 22 billion lei, from approximately 44 billion lei in the same period of 2025. Specifically, as a share of the economy, this represents a reduction from 2.3% of GDP to 1%.

PSD officially announces ministers’ resignations: Marks the Start of the Change Demanded by Romanians

The Social Democratic Party officially announced in a press release on Thursday that the resignations had been submitted and that the prime minister no longer has the support of a parliamentary majority.

Floors of the Otopeni Arrivals Parking Lot are being closed. Changes for transport and ride-sharing

The airport parking at Henri Coandă is being repaired and partially closed, leading to temporary changes in parking availability and transport access, while a larger parking facility is planned to increase capacity later this year.

PSD left the consultations at Cotroceni. What Grindeanu and Dan discussed

PSD said it may support a continued pro-European coalition with a different prime minister, but could also move into opposition, while still backing Romania’s international commitments.

BNR: Interest rates on loans in lei remain stable. The state borrows again

Interest rates in Romania stayed stable, with ROBOR and other key benchmarks unchanged, while lending costs and government borrowing remained steady despite political tensions.

PNL exits Cotroceni consultations. Bolojan: I continue to assume the mandate of prime minister

PNL pledged support for the government and focus on securing European funds for key projects despite ongoing challenges.

The Coţofeneşti Helmet is on display for the first time since its return to the country

The Romanian public will once again be able to see the Coţofeneşti Helmet and two of the Dacian bracelets stolen last year from the Netherlands in a 12-day exhibition organized at the National Museum of Romanian History, beginning Wednesday.

Raed Arafat Questioned by Military Prosecutors: SMURD Helicopter Purchased Without Paying VAT

The head of the Department for Emergency Situations (DSU) is being questioned on Tuesday by prosecutors from the Military Section of the High Court of Cassation and Justice (PÎCCJ), after allegedly purchasing a SMURD helicopter from an island near the United Kingdom without paying VAT.

Bolojan Launches Devastating Attack on PSD: We Can’t Compete When It Comes to the Talent for Lying

Ilie Bolojan presented a harsh assessment of Romania’s economic situation and launched a frontal attack on his governing partners in the PSD. He warned his colleagues in the leadership that the party’s future depends on the decisions made during this period.

President Nicuşor Dan Rejects the Idea of Holding Early Elections

President Nicuşor Dan states that early elections are not a solution to the current political situation, explaining that the poll numbers are close to the current parliamentary makeup.

“We are in the midst of an information war.” Nicuşor Dan at the Financial Education Forum

President Nicuşor Dan warns that Romania is in the midst of an information war. His message at the Financial Education Forum is aimed at young people, entrepreneurs, and democracy.

Zero hour for the coalition. Decisive PSD meeting. On the table: withdrawal of support for Bolojan

The Social Democrats are gathering Monday at 5:00 p.m. at the Palace of Parliament for an unprecedented internal consultation.

Probe after a post in which a man claims he is raising money to assassinate President Dan

Police in Timiș have launched an investigation following the appearance of a social media post that caught the attention of authorities. In a public post, a man claims he is raising funds to assassinate Romanian President Nicușor Dan, stating that “every leu counts.”

Grindeanu: The Social Democratic Party is ready to take over the government

“The Social Democratic Party is ready to take over the government. Obviously. We’re in first place,” said PSD leader Sorin Grindeanu on Friday.

Bolojan: “The die has been cast.” PSD wants a puppet prime minister

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan accuses the Social Democratic Party (PSD) of double-dealing and shirking responsibility, warning of an imminent political crisis. “The die has been cast.”

Negrescu: No politician with such poor results has ever been shown such leniency

No politician or government has ever had such poor economic and social results and yet received 10 months of leniency, claims PSD MEP Victor Negrescu, in the context of the party’s public consultation on governance.

Nazare: Romania is in one of the best positions in its relationship with the U.S. administration

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare met with Jarrod Agen, director of the Energy Dominance Council within the Trump administration. The two officials discussed prospects for strengthening the energy partnership, highlighting Romania’s favorable position in its relationship with the U.S.

22 state-owned companies have been included in the government’s pilot analysis

Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu stated that the 22 state-owned companies included in the government’s pilot analysis have accumulated budgetary debts of approximately 4.2 billion lei and recorded aggregate net losses of about 1.12 billion lei in the most recent reporting year.

BNR: Romania’s external debt rose by 1.5 billion euros in the first two months of the year

Romania’s total external debt rose by 1.5 billion euros, to 229.9 billion euros, in the first two months of this year, according to data published Wednesday by the National Bank of Romania (BNR).

Ministry of National Defense Following Russian Cyberattack: No Classified Data Was Compromised

The Ministry of National Defense (MApN) provided clarifications on Wednesday regarding the massive cyber espionage campaign attributed to Russian groups, which also targeted dozens of email accounts within the Romanian Air Force.

Romania Sends Humanitarian Aid to Lebanon: 15 Tons of Food and Supplies for Civilians

Romania is participating in a European effort to support the civilian population in Lebanon, affected by the security crisis in the Middle East, by sending a humanitarian shipment of 15 tons, according to a government statement.

Ministry of the Environment Unblocks the Designation of UNESCO Geoparks in Romania

The government has adopted, at the proposal of the Ministry of the Environment, Water, and Forests, a draft law clarifying the status of geoparks, in accordance with the regulations and practices of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Program.

Nazare, after Romania won the arbitration case regarding “Casa Radio”: An important outcome

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare reacted after Romania secured a favorable outcome in an international arbitration case regarding the Casa Radio project, thereby avoiding the payment of damages exceeding 300 million euros.

Romania Takes First Place at the 2026 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad

Romania took first place in Europe and second place globally, behind China, at the 2026 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad. Romanian students won three gold medals and one bronze medal.

Sorin Grindeanu’s message after the Hungarian election results

Sorin Grindeanu congratulated Péter Magyar after the Hungarian election result, describing it as a pro-European shift and emphasizing stronger Romania–Hungary cooperation within NATO and the EU, following the reported defeat of Viktor Orbán.

Two young people died on a road in Ilfov. The car they were in hit a tree and overturned

Two 20-year-olds died after a car lost control and hit a tree on DN1M in Ilfov, with police opening a manslaughter investigation into the fatal accident.

Romania’s first official reaction after the Hungarian elections. Bolojan, message on X for Magyar

Romania’s Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan congratulated Hungarian politician Péter Magyar after the election results, signaling readiness to deepen the bilateral strategic partnership focused on economic and sectoral cooperation.

Winter returns to Romania’s mountain roads

Heavy snow caused traffic problems in mountain areas of Romania, especially in Vâlcea County and around Brașov County, where road crews used plows and anti skid material to keep roads open, while major highways like DN1 and A1 were heavily congested.

Minister of Justice denies backroom deals over prosecutors’ appointments

Radu Marinescu said that the appointments of top prosecutors were made legally and transparently, rejecting claims of political deals or secret agreements involving Nicușor Dan or the Social Democratic Party, while some criticism came from USR.

Mircea Lucescu, one of the greatest coaches in soccer history, will be laid to rest on Friday

The funeral of Mircea Lucescu in Friday brought many people together to say goodbye, showing how much he was respected in football and how important he was for Romania and European sport.

Dinamo’s new stadium to be named Mircea Lucescu

Authorities announced that Dinamo’s future stadium will be named after Mircea Lucescu, honoring the legendary figure’s legacy in Romanian football.

Good news for CFR Călători: 19 locomotives modernized through PNRR, ready earlier

The modernization of 19 locomotives for CFR Călători, funded through PNRR and carried out by Softronic, is set to finish ahead of schedule, highlighting strong performance in Romania’s railway industry.